Taskbar

usgb/ˈtæskbɑr/
noun

A taskbar is a horizontal or vertical bar at the edge of a display screen that shows which programs are currently running.

You can find the settings icon in the taskbar at the bottom of the screen.
Visual representation of "taskbar" - A taskbar is a horizontal or vertical bar at the edge of a display screen that shows which programs are currently running.

Often appears as...

  • Windows taskbar
  • access taskbar

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Contextual Placement

When discussing a computer interface, use 'taskbar' to specify the area of the screen effectively.

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Look at the bottom of your monitor to refer to the taskbar.
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Task Management

In the context of managing applications, the taskbar allows users to present and switch tasks seamlessly.

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Using the taskbar, you can manage several applications at once.
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Visual Reference

Referring to the taskbar can help others understand where to find important icons on their display.

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Look at the taskbar to find your open files.
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